30-Day Collections Representative

30-Day Collections Representative

WESTLAKE WARRIOR | Early to Mid Stage Collections Las Vegas, NV| On-site

Job Category: Collections

Full-Time

Rate: $17 USD per hour

Westlake Financial is the largest privately held auto finance company in the United States with demonstrated growth year over year. We continue to expand our teams and diversify our business model. This leads to cementing us as a leader in the automotive lending industry.

Description

As a Collections Representative, you'll play an important role in helping customers get back on track with their accounts while supporting Westlake Financial's success. You'll use technology, communication, and problem-solving skills to assist customers who are 31+ days past due and help prevent loan losses through smart, compassionate collection efforts.

What You'll Do:

• Handle inbound and outbound calls providing friendly, professional support and following company policies and procedures.
• Reach out to customers to set up payments or create plans to resolve past-due accounts.
• Negotiate fair payment solutions while meeting performance and productivity goals.
• Keep detailed and accurate notes on all customer interactions and account actions.
• Listen actively and communicate clearly with customers, teammates, and management to resolve concerns and ensure a positive experience.
• Use skip-tracing tools to locate customers or collateral when needed.
• Review accounts for repossession when necessary, following company guidelines and mitigating factors.
• Work toward department goals by helping reduce delinquency rates and maintaining quality and compliance standards.
• Manage a high volume of calls in a fast-paced, supportive team environment.
• Protect confidential information related to customers, accounts, and company operations.

What We're Looking For:

• Strong communication and negotiation skills with a professional phone presence.
• Flexible schedule open to working overtime and weekends when needed.
• Able to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of collection laws, including the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA).
• Proficient with computers comfortable with data entry, web-based applications, and Microsoft Excel & Outlook.
• Excellent telephone etiquette and ability to connect with customers respectfully.
• Team player with a positive attitude and dependable work ethic.
• At least one year of consumer collections experience in a high call-volume, auto-dialer environment.
• Knowledge of collections and repossession processes auto collection experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

FULL-TIME BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Life Insurance and Long-term disability plans
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401K matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Program in a $18.2 Billion Company, plus company matching
• Wellness Programs
• Metro Tap Card and Metro-link Reimbursement (for Los Angeles, CA employees only)
• Career Path Opportunities
• Discounts on Parks, Museums, Movie Tickets, and Attractions
• Annual Flu Shot
• Paid Vacations Days
• Paid Sick days
• Paid holidays
• HGym (available in our Los Angeles, CA & Dallas, TX office)
• Rental Car Discounts, Dell Member Purchase Program
• UKG Wallet

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not unlawfully discriminate in employment. Equal access to employment, services, and programs is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the organization.